Product sheet

MBT-2500
Active Blade Consistency Transmitter

FEATURES
▪ Suitable for less demanding applications.
Better result than for static blade
transmitters
▪ High measuring accuracy and
reproducibility
▪ Minimal flow sensitivity within very large
flow range
▪ Small, light, and easy to install
BENEFITS
▪ Reliable operation since the sensing
element is fully protected by a deflector
▪ Easy straightforward calibration for
accurate result
▪ Sturdy design for high durability and a
minimum of maintenance. Simple
construction, can be repaired at site.
▪ Patented measuring principle

GENERAL / BACKGROUND The sensor electronic employs modern

The MBT-2500 is an active type of in-line blade
transmitter for measuring consistency of pulp
suspensions in the range 1.5-8%. It is based upon
the well-known MBT concept which has been
delivered in over 12 000 units. MBT-2500 is improved
and refined to perfection to bring even better
measuring result and less maintenance demand.
microprocessor technology with advanced signal
analysis. It is operated using BTG’s electronic
platform, the CPM, which ensures capability with
present and future communication interface
requirements, from analogue output with HART® to
field buses.

The MBT-2500 uses the shear force principle to

measure fiber consistency with a reciprocating,
active sensor. This gives the transmitter virtually no
sensitivity to normal variations in fiber composition,
freeness, fillers, black liquor content, air content,
pressure, etc.

The active sensor measuring method makes it less

sensitive to varying flow velocity compared to static
blade type transmitters.
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MEASURING PRINCIPLE / MEASUREMENT A B

The MBT-2500 operates according to the shear force

principle.
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The main difference between this transmitter and 6.3"
traditional static transmitters is that the sensing
element (11) is active and operates with a forward
and backward motion, using its own force to shear
through the fiber suspension.

5.2"
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Depending on the consistency of the pulp, the 43
1.7"
measured (A -B) stroke time will vary (a higher
consistency will result in a longer stroke time).
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

The sensor moves every other second. A number of

strokes form the basis for a mean time value. The
mean time value is converted electronically into an A B
output signal of 4-20 mA. This output signal is
calibrated and linearized automatically against
laboratory test values. Calculations and conversions 1. Circuit card
2. Optical sensor
are done in the unit’s microprocessor. 3. Beam interrupter
4. Plunger coil
5. Magnet housing
As the entire front edge of the sensor is protected by 6. Mechanical stop
a deflector (10), this measuring technique has low 7. Frame
sensitivity to flow variations while retaining maximum 8. Spindle
9. Fulcrum
sensitivity to consistency. It also implies a high 10. Deflector
resistance against debris in the pulp. 11. Sensing element

This is a major advantage compare to static blade

transmitters. Few sensing elements (blades) are
needed because the stroke force (current) is
adjustable.

This new model, MBT-2500, brings a more stable

and reliable output signal compared to the older
models due to a more sturdy build-up. That also APPLICATION EXAMPLE
simplifies any repair work on the unit. BROKE CHEST APPLICATION

QC Broke
chest

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TECHNICAL DATA / SPECIFICATIONS
Material wetted parts Stainless steel, equiv. to
EN 1.4404/ASTM 316L
GENERAL (std) or Nickel alloy,
Hastelloy C-276
Type MBT-2500 in-line
consistency transmitter Functions:
for pulp suspensions Calibration sets Four separate calibration
Manufacturer BTG Instruments AB, sets, individually
Säffle, Sweden programmable, and
externally connectable
Measuring principle Shear force measuring. using a binary-coded
Time measurement by a switch.
reciprocating sensing
element Alarm function Provides alarm signal on
low and high stroke time
Consistency limits Approx. 1.5-8%
consistency, depending Diagnostics Config changes, runtime,
on pulp type and sensing and program starts
element (see also pipe User interface For information about the
dimensions). Communication Platform,
Repeatability σ = 0.008 % Cs including input and output
signals, see the CPM-
Flow limits 0.1-5 m/s [0.3-16.1 fps] 1300 product sheet
Process pressure DIN PN 25 [360 psi at PS2026
68ºF] Damping Programmable between
Media temperature Min. 1ºC / 10ºC [34ºF / 2 and 99 seconds
50ºF] depending on Step response Time constant without
selected spindle seal electrical damping:
Max. 100ºC [212ºF] 2 seconds
Ambient temperature Min. -20ºC [-4ºF] SAFETY & DIRECTIVES
Max. 60ºC [140ºF]
EU-directives
Protective rating Equivalent to IP65,
NEMA 4x Designed in accordance with relevant CE standards.

Weight 2.8 kg [6.2 lb] Quality Assurance

Quality-assured in accordance with ISO 9001.

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